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Ministry of Science & Technology
India joins the Global Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Development Hub
India has joined the Global Antimicrobial Resistance  Research and Development  Hub as a new member. This was announced today by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology in New Delhi. This expands the global partnership working to address challenges and improve coordination and collaboration in global AMR R&D to 16 countries, the European Commission, two philanthropic foundations and four international organisations .
Congratulating India on its induction as a new member, the acting Chair of the Global AMR R&D Hub Board of Members and Director General of the Centre for Communicable Diseases and Infection Control at the Public Health Agency of Canada, Ms.BersabelEphrem, said,“I am very pleased to welcome India as an important addition to our global partnership. Addressing AMR requires global action with active participation from all world regions and One Health sectors. Expanding the membership of the Hub works towards ensuring that different countries needs are incorporated when considering AMR R&D activities and actions”.
The Global AMR R&D Hub was launched in May 2018 in the margins of the 71st session of the World Health Assembly, following a call from G20 Leaders in 2017. The Global AMR R&D Hub supports global priority setting and evidence-based decision-making on the allocation of resources for AMR R&D through the identification of gaps, overlaps and potential for cross-sectoral collaboration and leveraging in AMR R&D. The operation of the Global AMR R&D Hub is supported through a Secretariat, established in Berlin and currently financed through grants from the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research  and the Federal Ministry of Health .
From this year onward, India will be the member of Board of members of Global AMR R&D Hub. By partnering with the Global AMR R&D Hub, India looks forward to working with all partners to leverage their existing capabilities, resources and collectively focus on new R&D intervention to address drug resistant infections. AMR is the ability of a microbe to resist the effects of medication that once could successfully treat the microbe. Today, the emergence and spread of antimicrobial resistance continues unabated around the world. Given the important and interdependent human, animal, and environmental dimensions of antimicrobial resistance, India considers it reasonable to explore issues of antimicrobial resistance through the lens of One Health approach which should be supported by long-term commitments from all stakeholders.
In a major boost to combat one of the gravest risks to global health a dedicated special vehicle in terms of Global AMR R&D Hub may allow partners to devote expertise in order to accelerate global action against antimicrobial resistance.
Ministry of Defence
GENERAL MANOJ PANDE, CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF, LEFT FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM, TO REVIEW 201ST SOVEREIGN'S PARADE AT SANDHURST ACADEMY
General Manoj Pande, Chief of the Army Staff left for the United Kingdom today, to review the 201st Sovereign's Parade of Commissioning Course 223 at the prestigious Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst as the Sovereign’s Representative.
The Sovereign's Parade at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst is a reputed event, known for its illustrious history and the passing out of officer cadets from across the globe. General Manoj Pande is the first Chief of the Army Staff from India to be the Sovereign's Representative for the parade. During his visit, the General will also be visiting the Indian Army Memorial Room which occupies a place of pride in the Royal Military Academy.
During his visit to the UK, General Manoj Pande will interact with General Sir Patrick Sanders, Chief of General Staff of the British Army and General Gwyn Jenkins, Vice Chief of Defence Staff of the UK Armed Forces. He will engage in high-level discussions with General Sir James Hockenhull, Commander of UK Strategic Command, Lieutenant General Ralph Wooddisse, Commander Field Army and Major General Zachary Raymond Stenning, Commandant of Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, focusing on various matters of common interest, including defence cooperation, counter-terrorism efforts and strategic planning.
This visit marks a momentous milestone in strengthening the diplomatic, military, and cultural ties between the two nations. It bears testimony to the enduring camaraderie that has flourished over the years, promoting mutual cooperation and understanding in the realms of defence and security.
The special invitation to General Manoj Pande acknowledges the long-term collaboration and friendship between India and the UK. The General's participation in the Sovereign's Parade signifies the continued commitment to enhancing military ties and promoting peace and security on the global stage. It stands as a befitting example of mutual respect and appreciation, further reinforcing the strong foundation of India- United Kingdom relations.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Indonesia on cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical products, pharmaceutical substances, biological product and cosmetics regulatory functions
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval for the Memorandum of Understanding  between the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization , India and National Agency for Drug and Food Control , Indonesia on cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical products, pharmaceutical substances, biological product and cosmetics regulatory functions. The MoU was on signed on 29th May, 2018 in Jakarta.
The MoU is expected to forge better understanding about each other's regulatory requirements and would be beneficial to both the countries. It could also facilitate India's export of pharmaceutical products.
It will also establish a framework for fruitful cooperation and exchange of information between the two countries in matters relating to Pharmaceutical products regulation on the basis for equality, reciprocity and mutual benefit. Further, it will facilitate better understanding between the regulatory authorities of the two countries.
Background:
The CDSCO is a Subordinate Office of the Directorate General of Health Services, which is an attached office of the Department of Health and Family Welfare and is the National Regulatory Authority for drugs, medical devices and cosmetics in India. The BPOM regulates these products in Indonesia. Approval of the Hon'ble Prime Minister had been obtained under Rule 12 of the Government of India  Rules, 1961 for signing the MoU by CDSCO  and BPOM .
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
216.70 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
13,59,361 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 48,027
Active cases stand at 0.11%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.71%
4,735 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to 4,39,62,664
4,858 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
89.17 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,75,935 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets people on Eid-ul-Adha
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Eid Mubarak!
Best wishes on Eid-ul-Adha. May this day further the spirit of collective empathy, harmony and inclusivity in the service of greater good."
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Handholding support for the National Startup Awards 2022 winners and finalists launched
Support being provided in curated tracks like Investor Pitching, Government Connects, Corporate & Unicorn Engagements, Brand Showcase and International Market Access
The handholding support for winners and finalists of National Startup Awards 2022 was launched by the Secretary, DPIIT, Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh on 02.05.2023 after the announcement of the result of the National Startup Awards 2022 by the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal on 16.01.2023 commemorating the National Startup Day.
The handholding exercise will be conducted through multiple virtual and physical sessions, delegations, showcases, and specialised support. To facilitate the growth of the winners and finalists, the startups will be guided through a variety of initiatives aimed at helping them overcome challenges and achieve even greater success. For the holistic learning & growth of startups, DPIIT has crafted distinct tracks to provide tailored and dedicated support to the startups. These tracks are curated to provide Investor Pitching, Government Connects, Corporate & Unicorn Engagements, Brand Showcase, and International Market Access.
The handholding support has been aimed to provide the startups with the best showcase, learning & networking opportunities, building trust for their brand, creating a buzz around their product and giving them avenues to reach out to their potential customers. Several partners have been onboarded as well to execute the same. Major partners present at the launch event included Government e-Marketplace, SIDBI, IVCA, IAN, HSBC, Mobikwik, Good Glam Group, PHDCCI and Viacom 18.
As part of the handholding provided under National Startup Awards 2020 across 9 tracks, 400+ connections facilitated with ministries, investors, corporates, and mentors, 12 episodes on winners were aired on Doordarshan Startup Champions, and 192 finalists received one-on-one mentorship from industry experts. Similarly, as part of the handholding provided under National Startup Awards 2021 across 7 tracks, more than 30 knowledge sessions and 10+ pitching sessions were conducted for the winners and finalists. In addition to this, the cohort received 185+ hours of mentorship. More than 110 startups were also provided the exclusive opportunity to be showcased at Dubai Expo.
Startup India, a flagship initiative of the Government of India under Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade  conceived the National Startup Awards  to recognize and reward outstanding startups that have exhibited excellence financially, socially, and economically. The first two editions of the National Startup Awards rewarded and recognized 80+ winners and 300+ finalists. 41 startups across 17 sectors and 50 sub-sectors, 2 incubators, and 1 accelerator were identified as the winners of the National Startup Awards 2022. Other than the exemplary winners, 82 finalist startups have proven their mettle through various rounds of evaluation.
List of winners of the National Startup Awards 2022
Special Service and Features
Central Water Commission organizes a Technical Seminar on "Water Management in India" in Kochi
Kochi : November 11, 2022
A Technical Seminar on "Water Management in India" was organized today in Kochi by the Official Language division of the Central Water Commission with an aim to propagate the technical know-how being done by the Commission in Hindi among the general public and to encourage and inspire the technical Officer’s to work in the Official Language Hindi. In the Technical Seminar, various technical officials of the Central Water Commission presented their views on various aspects of water management in Hindi which would prove useful for the general public. The chief guest of this technical seminar was Shri. P M Scott, Member, River Management, Central Water Commission.
In his address, Shri. P M Scott said that Water management is a major national imperative in present times. India's economic and social development will depend on how efficiently we do water management by adopting a better strategy for "Water management in India". He further said that in such a situation, to ensure widespread public participation, it is necessary to make the public aware of its technical aspects and the Official Language Hindi is the most suitable medium for the same as it is easily understood by the people throughout the country. Since Hindi is spoken and understood in most of the terrain, this technical seminar in Hindi will be beneficial for everyone.
Several officials from the Central Water Commission Headquarters and its regional offices and higher officers of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India participated in the seminar.
Central Water Commission is a premier Technical Organization of India in the field of Water Resources and is presently functioning as an attached office of the Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India.
PIB Headquarters
IGNOU Training programme on Food Safety
Thiruvananthapuram, February 16, 2017
The two day training programme on ‘Food Safety: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points  organized by Indira Gandhi National Open University  Regional Centre Thiruvananthapuram concluded today.
The first programme of the series was inaugurated by Dr. G. Madhavan Nair, Former Chairman ISRO, Principal Secretary, Dept. of Space, Govt. of India and President ERRC. On the occasion Dr. B. Sukumar, Director, IGNOU Regional Centre Trivandrum welcomed the gathering. Dr. A. Govindan, Chairman, International Institute for Certification and Training  briefed of the programme and Prof. G Achuthan Nair, Director, Environmental Resources Research Centre  felicitated the participants on the occasion
The classes were handled by senior professionals in the field who have undergone successful training in India and abroad. Around 100 students and professionals from various disciplines in Bio-Sciences viz., Botany/ Zoology/ Animal Husbandry/ Veterinary Science/ Dairy Science/ Nutrition/ Agriculture / Hotel and Hospitality Management attended the training programme.
The next phase of the training programme organized by IGNOU Regional Centre in association with ERRC and IICT will be held on 19th and 20th of this month.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 158.96 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 12.72 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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More than 158.96 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 12.72 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
"Special Working Group on Startups and Innovation Needed" - Ms Anupriya Patel at SCO meeting.
Need for setting up a new Expert Working Group on Cooperation in Traditional Medicine.- Ms Anupriya Patel at SCO meeting.
Minister of State  for Commerce and Industry, Smt. Anupriya Patel, in her intervention, stresses for a balanced and equitable growth in trade and commerce at .20th Meeting of SCO Ministers responsible for Foreign Economy and Foreign Trade
In the 20th Meeting of SCO Ministers responsible for Foreign Economy and Foreign Trade held late yesterday and hosted by the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Minister of State  for Commerce and Industry, Smt. Anupriya Patel, in her intervention, stressed on the need for effective cooperation between SCO Member States for a balanced and equitable growth in trade and commerce.
She proposed for creation of a new Special Working Group on Startups and Innovation and for setting up a new Expert Working Group on Cooperation in Traditional Medicine.
She also stated that cooperation in the field of start-ups & innovation can be a focal point in reviving our economies from the consequences of the pandemic. With this in mind, she invited all SCO Member States to take part in the 2nd Start-up Forum on 27-28 October 2021, to be hosted by India.
MoS highlighted that there is a significant gap in digital technologies between developed ang developing countries which needs to be narrowed down by building digital capacities. On the environment issues she welcomed the need for environment protection and mitigation of adverse effects of climate change, she also stressed that the climate agenda should not introduce measures which becomes unnecessary barriers to trade.
In her concluding remarks, Smt. Anupriya Patel emphasized that SCO members must prepare, act and stand in solidarity with each other and pursue an agenda that is equitable and inclusive and development oriented.
The virtual meeting was attended by the Secretary General of SCO and Heads of Delegations of China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Justice Department in association with Atal Innovation Mission under Niti Ayog organizes a Webinar on “Citizens’ Duties for School Children” on 151st Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi
12000 citizens participates in the programmes conducted by Department of Justice in 647 CSCs for raising awareness about Citizen's duties on 2nd October
On the occasion of the 151st Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, in association with Atal Innovation Mission under Niti Ayog organized a Webinar on “Citizens’ Duties for School Children: Strive for Excellence, Develop Scientific Temper and Utilize Opportunities for Education” on 2nd October 2020 at 7 PM. It was a befitting tribute to Father of the Nation on the occasion of culmination of the two-year long commemoration period of the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhiji was a champion for advocating the importance of performing our duties as citizens in overall national development. Gandhiji firmly believed in the philosophy that the true source of rights is duties, and if we all discharge our duties, then rights will not be far to seek.
As a prelude to the Webinar, MyGov organised an online quiz competition on the ‘Constitution of India and Fundamental Duties’ from 29.09.2020 to 01.10.2020 . The quiz was intended to raise awareness on the Constitution of India and on Fundamental Duties as enshrined in the Indian Constitution, primarily for the school children. The quiz received an overwhelming response with over 49,000 online participants. 15 Winners were announced during the Webinar.
The Webinar had an inspiring line -up of speakers including Sh Niraj Kumar Gayagi, Joint Secretary, Department of Justice; Sh R.Ramanan, Manging Director of Atal Innovation Mission and Ms Dola Banerjee, Arjuna and Khel Ratna Awardee. Addressing a virtual gathering comprising of school children and students, the speakers emphasized on the importance of getting an education, developing a spirit of striving for excellence in children from an early age, and developing an outlook on Innovation and spirit of enquiry. The speakers laid emphasis on every citizen performing his basic duty of doing the work that is given to him/her with excellence.
The Webinar which was telecast live on YouTube channel ‘AIMToInnovate’ resonated very well with the youth, with more than 7000 people watching it live. The link to access the Webinar is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSMK3_m7bok
CDAP Digital Village Programme
Department of Justice in collaboration with CSC e-Gov is also undertaking Citizens’ Duties Awareness Programme in 1000 Digital Villages in 16 States. On 2nd October 2020, programmes were conducted in 647 Common Service Centres  in which nearly 12000 citizens participated. Citizens paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and read the Preamble to the Constitution. Awareness programme on Fundamental Duties was also conducted by Gram Pradhans, Teachers and members of District Legal Services Authorities.
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Ministry of Women and Child Development
WCD Minister to felicitate states and districts under BBBP Scheme
The Union Minister of Women and Child Development and Textiles, Smriti Zubin Irani will felicitate districts and states which have successfully implemented the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao  scheme. The felicitation and award function will be held in New Delhi tomorrow. The Minister of State, Debasree Chaudhuri, will be guest of honour at the event.
The objective of the programme is to felicitate states and districts which are performing well in improving Sex Ratio at Birth  as per Health Management Information System  of Ministry of Health and Family Welfare data and excellent performance in awareness generation and outreach.
On this occasion, Union Minister of WCD will be felicitating Principal Secretaries/ Commissioners of the 5 States and District Magistrates/Deputy Commissioners of 10 Districts from 9 States for consistent improvement in SRB. District Magistrates/Deputy Commissioners of 10 additional districts from 8 States will also be felicitated for outstanding performance under awareness generation and outreach activities.
A slide show of innovations by States/ Districts under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao will also be held followed by short videos of innovative interventions undertaken by the winning states and districts.
The BBBP scheme was launched on 22nd January, 2015. Now it is being implemented in 640 districts and all these districts are covered through advocacy and media campaign. Out of these districts, 405 are covered under Multi-Sectoral Intervention in which 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme grant is provided directly to DM/DC for BBBP.
The latest reports on State/UT-wise SRB data for the period 2014-15 and 2018-19, reveal increase in SRB from 918 to 931 showing improving trends at the national level.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves the protocol amending the Agreement between India and Kyrgyz for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for the protocol amending the Agreement between India and Kyrgyz Republic for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income.
The Protocol amending Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement  aims to update Article 26  of the DTAA to international standards. The updated Article provides for exchange of information to the widest possible extent. The new paragraphs 4 and 5 being inserted into the existing Article 26 of the DTAA provide that the State from which information is requested cannot deny information on the ground that it has no domestic tax interest in that information or that the information requested is held by a bank or a financial institution, etc. The Protocol further empowers India to use information received under the DTAA to be used for other law enforcement purposes on the supplying State authorizing such use.
Background:
The existing DTAA between India and Kyrgyz Republic was notified on 7/02/2001 and the same was in force since 10/01/2001. A Protocol amending DTAA between India and Kyrgyz Republic for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income has been agreed to be signed between the two countries.